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Carrier Development Manager

W Talent Solutions

Birmingham, AL • $70,000 to $85,000 / yr • 11/4/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Carrier Development Manager (Freight / 3PL)

Build and manage the carrier and partner network behind our client's brokerage, managed transportation, final-mile, and middle-mile services. Brokerage handles daily load coverage, so your time goes to strategic capacity, carrier rates, and partner relationships.

Responsibilities

• Source and onboard new carriers and transportation partners.

• Negotiate strategic rates and recurring capacity agreements.

• Build primary and backup capacity for key customers and lanes.

• Support RFPs and new market launches with capacity and cost input.

• Track carrier performance and run partner business reviews.

Requirements

• 3+ years in transportation, freight brokerage, carrier development, or 3PL.

• Experience negotiating with and managing motor carriers.

• Knowledge of carrier economics, pricing, and gross margin.

• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Preferred

Experience with RFPs and implementations, plus TMS and market-data tools.

\nCompany Description

W Talent Solutions is a recruiting and talent consulting agency transforming the way companies identify and optimize their employees.

Company Description

W Talent Solutions is a recruiting and talent consulting agency transforming the way companies identify and optimize their employees.